Luke Nunez was a Young Eagle two years ago. Now the private pilot is paying it forward as a pilot for Young Eagles flights.
Grant awarded to build pavilion at 52S
The Recreational Aviation Foundation (RAF) has approved a grant to help build a pavilion at St. Ignatius Airport (52S) in Montana.
Introduction to Multiengine Airplanes video debuts
“Taming the Twin: Introduction to Multiengine Airplanes presents the essentials of what’s involved in flying a multiengine airplane,” said ASI Vice President of Operations Paul Deres. “In addition, this first video discusses multiengine airplane intricacies, and it lays the groundwork for understanding the significance of single-engine operations and emergencies unique to multiengine flying.”
Pilot loses control when landing gear fractures
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during a touch-and-go landing after applying power for takeoff, which resulted in a runway excursion and noseover.
Picture of the Day: First run-up
Ron Vandenboom submitted this photo and note: “The first run-up of the owner’s Cessna 195 at Guntly Airport (62C) in Franksville, Wisconsin, after a total rebuild and restoration of the hail-damaged airplane. The first flight was successful too.”
The past, present, and future of one chunk of dirt
About 100 years ago the place we recognize as Tampa International Airport, one of the largest, busiest airports in Florida, was nothing more than a strip of grass on a farm.
National Celebration of GA Flyover a success
The National Celebration of GA Flyover of Washington, D.C., went off without a hitch thanks for more than a year of planning and spectacular weather.
More input from seaplane pilots needed
A national online survey of seaplane pilots, which will inform the creation of tools and recommendations to reduce the risk of seaplanes spreading aquatic invasive species, closes May 31, 2024.
Museum of Flight awards $276,000 in scholarships
The scholarships are awarded each year to students who have participated in The Museum of Flight’s education programs or are enrolled in Raisbeck Aviation High School, according to museum officials.